On material and technological differences between Iberians and Greeks.
On material and technological differences between Iberians and Greeks.
Food. This paper presents the research and physical reproduction process followed by the Baetica and Flor de Garum teams (made up of researchers from the University of Cadiz and the University of Seville), aimed at obtaining these foods, which formed part of the diet of Roman society.
The structure of an urban dwelling reflects the diversity of activities, as well as social and economic differences: the amenities of the house express the social status of its owner. The most characteristic house models are two: the domus or single-family mansion and the insula or block of neighbours.
From the 4th century AD, the great landowner, the dominus, abandoned the urban centres and settled in the countryside. At the same time, many citizens moved to the villages in search of work and a system of colonato was created.
The space for family sociability in Europe. The lararium, or Roman family altar, brought together the images of the Lares and the Penates, divinities who were the protectors of the household and were worshipped in the home. Its study brings us closer to an essential manifestation of the daily religious practice of the Romans, the religiosity developed inside the home.
In the Roman kitchen, a wide variety of vessels and utensils were used, made of clay, bronze or iron, whose design, in some cases, does not differ much from today’s. The Latin mortarium or mortar is one of the most characteristic vessels in the Roman kitchen as it is essential for culinary preparations. The Latin mortar or mortarium is one of the most characteristic vessels of the Roman kitchen as it is essential for culinary preparations.
Food in Ancient Rome. The space for family sociability in Europe (the triclinium and banquets).
On social stratification and social classes in the Middle Ages.
On European populations and peoples’ movements.
On European populations and peoples’ movements.